Apple and Wild Rice Stuffing
Apple and Wild Rice Stuffing blends nutty grains with tart Granny Smith apples, aromatic sage and thyme, and savory toasted bread for a hearty, textured bite. The mix of grated celery, carrots, and onion adds sweetness and depth, making it a warm, comforting side for holiday roasts or any autumn dinner spread.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves16
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Apple and Wild Rice Stuffing, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 14 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 64
- Heart Health
- 49
- Metabolic
- 33
- Digestive
- 36
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large saucepan or rice cooker, combine the brown rice and water. Bring to a boil, then cover and lower the heat to low. Set a timer for 20 minutes. When the timer goes off, stir in the instant wild rice. Continue simmering, covered, until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed, 10 to 15 more minutes.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and season with sage, thyme, and garlic powder. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the bread is lightly toasted and the spices are fragrant. Set aside to cool slightly. Leave the oven on.
- 3
In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes with the celery, carrot, onion, and apples. Stir in the rice until evenly mixed. Transfer to a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the chicken broth evenly over the top. Cover with aluminum foil.
- 4
Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until heated through. Remove the aluminum foil and bake 10 minutes more if you prefer a crispy top.
- Calories 200.25 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 5.61 g Moderate 11%
- Carbohydrate 41.08 g 15%
- Total Fat 1.8 g Low Source 2%
- Saturated Fat 0.31 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 1.18 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 208.39 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 3.94 g Moderate 14%
- Total Sugars 7.3 g --
- Added Sugars 2.49 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 60.37 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 2.07 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 184.66 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 5.43 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 0.45 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Celery
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Apple and Wild Rice Stuffing is made with 12 ingredients and serves 16. It takes about 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Brown Rice, Carrot, Celery, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 200.25 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Apple and Wild Rice Stuffing made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Rice, Carrot, Celery, Chicken Broth, Dried Sage. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Apple and Wild Rice Stuffing?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 200.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Apple and Wild Rice Stuffing easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Apple and Wild Rice Stuffing healthy?
- Apple and Wild Rice Stuffing has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 200.25 calories and 5.61 g of protein, or 11% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 208.39 mg (9% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten, Celery, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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